4 Small changes that can save home owners big money

Refinance If you haven’t yet refinanced your mortgage or home equity loan to take advantage of today’s low interest rates, there’s still time to lock in a great deal. Jay Brinkmann, chief economist for the Mortgage Bankers Association, expects mortgage rates to rise to 4.8 percent in 2015, and to 5.4 percent by the end… Read More

Selling Your Home

An IRA for Real Estate?

Real Estate As An Individual Retirement Account Investment If you think the stock market is overvalued, you’ve been disheartened by the relatively low rates of return offered by your traditional fixed income investments or you need to diversify your retirement portfolio, you can open a self-directed Individual Retirement Account (IRA) that invests in real estate…. Read More

Jon Stewart Runs a Program That Helps Veterans Break Into the TV Industry

by Sam Frizell @Sam_Frizell / TIME Jon Stewart is running a five-week industry training session for army veterans who want to get into the television business. The New York Times reports that the longtime host of Comedy Central’s The Daily Show has developed the program over the last three years, but refrained from publicizing it… Read More

Mortgage, Finance, Low Interest Rates - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

How do I know that I’m pricing my home right?

That seems to be the question of the day. Prices have been fluctuating for years, “stable market” seems to be lost phrase. Fortunately the answer is fairly straight forward. You need to use comparisons an appraiser is going to use, these are the only numbers that matter. Your neighbor’s opinion or that of a friend… Read More

How can I help you? - Agent Responsibilities - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Selling Your Home? What Should Your Real Estate Agent Be Doing For You?

How Can I Help You? Don’t let anyone tell you that selling your home is confusing, complex or exhausting. If that’s the case then your agent isn’t doing their job. This isn’t my first rodeo, it’s what I do every day. For me it’s all par-for-the course. Below is a list of some of the… Read More

Roof Rafters of New Home - Discount on the purchase of New Construction - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Do you need an agent when you buy a New Construction home?

I’m not sure why you would even consider buying New Construction without an agent to represent you. There are so many questions that will not be answered by anyone else. Who is negotiating on your behalf? Is the price fair? Are there incentives that might be overlooked? In comparison, what are other builders doing, where,… Read More

Arizona Mother and Daughter raise funds for Veterans

(KFYI News) – A Tempe mother and daughter are riding their motorcycles across America for veterans. Laurie Enright recently retired from the Air National Guard with 29 years of service. She explained why veterans’ care is special to her and daughter Molly Michael, who recently graduated from ASU. “It’s close to my heart as a… Read More

Wonderful curb appeal - 19609 E Arrowhead Trail, Queen Creek, Arizona - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Beautifully Remodeled 3 Bedroom Home with Private Pool

Scroll down to request additional information or a private showing Beautiful Home in Emperor Estates Home Three Bedrooms, Two Baths, Large Corner Lot! 19609 E Arrowhead Trail, Queen Creek, Arizona NEWLY REMODELED POOL! Safety-fenced, Pebble-Tec play pool with steps + water feature. Oversized corner lot is N/S oriented and borders greenspace with walking trail (no… Read More

How much should I offer? - Bill Salvatore, Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Is now the right time to put my home on the market?

If you’re moving up, or downsizing, the answer is yes. Market conditions will place you in an advantageous purchasing position on your next home, that might even offset any compromise on the sale of your current home. If you’re transferring or relocating you often don’t have the leeway of deciding “when” so the trick here… Read More

uyers Frequently Asked Questions, Advice for Home Sellers , Realty Executives East Valley - 602-999-0952

Home Buyers Ask – I know how much I can afford, should I still get pre-qualified?

And I always answer, absolutely! Pre-qualification or Pre-approval is the clout behind your offer. Your Realtor will have much more power in negotiating for you when your contract is accompanied by proof of your capability to purchase. In addition, pre-qualification saves time, yours and mine. With pre-approval your lender will delve into credit, employment and… Read More